I recently “followed” a partner on LinkedIn, opting not to send a connection request initially since we hadn't met. To my surprise, he responded by sending me a connection request.

I’m finishing my master’s soon, and I'm interested in joining his team.

My question is: is it appropriate to message him directly on LinkedIn about my interest in applying as a consultant with his team?

Or no? I really want to improve my chances of landing a job with his team.

Any tips on how to handle this?

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The sooner you start ignoring titles and just interact with people person to person the better.

Do it.

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Keep in mind I get a constant deluge of these types of cold reachouts on LinkedIn from students. While I appreciate their willingness to hustle, I simply do not have the time to do any sort of meaningful pre-screening to refer them, unless there is some sort of pre-existing connection

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Reach out. Find out how to email him directly and set up a teams call or lunch. Find out more about his team and direction. Then let him/her know how you can help and contribute to their organization.

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Any other recruiters in this bowl?

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What can I expect in a final round, virtual interview? It’ll be with the person who interviewed me during the second round which was technical.

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How much $$ should a person interviewing with EY expect if being hired as a Senior? What is the max that at people have negotiated?

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I’m so tired of hearings “we want to keep the meeting small”. That’s fine if you don’t want to include me but when you promise the client something that you didn’t clear by production..

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Should I brushing up my resume?

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Hi Guys,

I have 11YOE overall. I am doing a CSM & PM(PMP) role for past 4Y

CCTC - 11LPA
Already got an offer of 15LPA

Atteending further more interview
How much should I quote as my ECTC ?
Pls hlp

Thanks!

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Did I leave for the wrong industry job? It’s definitely not 9-5 more like 9-8/9..how do I find out what the hours are truly like when interviewing for an industry position?

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Anyone from EYP, have a round with them, says 2 X 2 case studies (i.e total of 4 case studies over 2 days), can someone provide some insights on it??

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Got rejected by all of 5 of my schools. No interest in R2 now. Feel so dejected, and also unsure as to what I did wrong having been interviewed at each of those universities.

Can anyone provide a link or resources for best recommended resume templates for product managers trying to get into FAANG companies? Thank you!! 🙏🙏

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I think non-inclusive teams aren't revenue-efficient, but also aren't morally bad. Most just want to live in their bubble and not have their lives disrupted. If people want coworkers to talk football or cricket or fashion or LGBTQ+ rights with, that's entirely their prerogative. Companies and teams aren't just money printers, but also communities. You can't expect to fit into all communities.

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I'm curious to know how many (and which) tech companies have resumed physical onsite interviews in their offices?

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Can anyone share their Salesforce interview experience ?

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Tech stack - python(pandas,numpy),sql,excel
What job role can i apply in big 4,,,,,i have experience of 3.2 years in infosys as test analyst,,,please do provide feedback,,,TIA

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Hi fishes,

I got a mail from Capgemini that I have selected but, no one called me regarding the HR round and also no replies to the mail I have sent.

Please help me out , thanks in advance

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Last week I got automated call from infosys and asked few details . After that I got call from hr and said my interview is scheduled on next week and very next day one person called me and asked few technical questions .she said she's calling from infosys and this is technical screening round . Today same hr called and said she will be scheduling a client interview.

My doubt is till now I didn't received any mail from infosys. So this is scam or part of infosys interview process?

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I'm a cashier. We just got a new manager, and she's making things really hard for us. She starts work at 4:30am and leaves around 2:30pm, but she still expects us to stay until 6pm and work on the weekends! She gives us really long shifts and doesn't give us much time for breaks. And when we ask her about it, she gets mad.

I'm worried that if I speak up, she'll make my life even harder. I don't want to lose my job because of this—do you guys have any advice?

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Hi all, for anyone that’s gone through associate level interview at McK, can you speak to the turnaround time for offer after final interview?

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I just graduated from a nontarget in Dec 2020 & am currently interning at PwC before I go back to do my Masters. My initial plan was to accept my full time offer and slowly work my way into IB.

I see postings right now for FT IB analyst programs. Should I even try applying online?

Ik recruiters don’t really read cover letters, but I learned about banking rlly late into college. i’m the daughter of blue collar workers who don’t speak English so I never really knew what jobs were “prestigious”

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Do Accenture still do case interview for SM level ?

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Looking for some interesting plays that are not Doge, GME, etc (already in those 😅). Thoughts?

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Hi Fishes, I am bit confused to pick the role in KPMG lighthouse as Sr Cloud Data architect or Saama technology as a Project lead. Money wise it is not a big difference. In KPMG I will work with partner where as in saama I will work with project/program manager. Please suggest your opinion. Saama KPMG KPMG India

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Hi Team,

Below is my salary structure can you please tell what will my in hand salary monthly?

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Recently graduated from pharmacy school and seeking jobs.
Walgreens offered 50K sign on bonus and I asked for 10K extra to accept offer and move to another city for 2 years. They accepted my request.
Starting pay is $55.05/hr though. From your experience, is this a good offer? Is it worth taking?

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Dear fellow analyst sitting next to me: Please chew food with your goddamn mouth closed. every day around 7pm, like clockwork, you be like NOMCHOMCHAMCHOMNOM. please stfu.

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Any insight on CAIA? Difficulty and whether it impacts salary?

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Anyone knows if Singapore trash collection separates waste into recyclables ? If not, how can we do it ourselves in sg?
I live in a condo FYI.

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Hi Fishes,

Are there any updates to physically return to Banglore office for work? Is June a hard deadline to join the office?

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I feel like I'm stuck in limbo.

Not enough experience to become a Senior designer, but too much to be a junior.

And there hardly any intermediate roles out there.

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Hi,

Can anyone from DXC share me the screenshot of list of Holidays for Bangalore location. Joining DXC soon.

Thank you in advance.

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Hi Fishes
I have got offers from PwC AC Bangalore (EA) in Management Consulting vs Accenture Capability Network as Management Consulting Analyst.
CTC almost Same

Which would be better considering WLB and growth?

Workex :Pre MBA 3 and Post MBA 1 (in consulting)
Tier 1 Bschool

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Hey fishes need 11 likes help me out

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Do disable folks get blackmailed from working in their field because of perceived liability issues? I'm highly skilled and educated, and I never know if I should disclose my disability because it's visible.

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Hi guys, i am looking for an opportunity in PWC for the position of Document specialsit. Can anyone help me with the reference. I would be great help

I’m a pharmacist and currently doing an MBA. I have only 2 YOE as a pharmacist and I’m trying to find a career path that will suit me. I completely regret choosing pharmacy and I want to reorient myself. Any advices as where to start applying? ( FYI I particularly enjoyed finance during the master)

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I am a traditional reservist so I never really used military benefits before, but could use advice here.

I am currently renting and my lease is not up until October 2021, however I found a good deal on a home and scheduled to close in June 2021.

My landlord will not work with me to end the lease early, so it looks like I will have to double up on rent and mortgage through the summer.

If I went on active duty orders, can I use those orders to break my lease early without penalty?

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Hi Fishes,

Do these 2 points in the JD allude to modelling requirements?

• Prepare transaction specific and marketing materials (teasers, information memorandum, pitch books, corporate profiles, and industry data and analyses)

• Perform in-depth company and industry research supporting specific client engagements and marketing opportunities

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I’ve been negotiating a settlement on behalf of a client. OP is a major corp. we’ve gone back and forth for months, almost a year. Finally came to a final agreement and we’re reviewing for final signature. Then client is reviewing and decides they want something else modified. It’s a point of contention. OP has said no. Should I communicate this to client before pushing back against OP’s rejection of the mod?

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How early in someone’s career do you generally identify if a homegrown person is partner material or not? M and up or earlier?

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Partners, what are signs/examples that a project’s leadership is prioritizing the clients needs over the team beyond the normal ‘nature of client service’? Is a convo is worth it?

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Hiya! I was wondering if anyone here has any good recommendations in terms of books or learning material that I can pick up to learn about sales and marketing relevant to the consulting industry?

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How does one know when one has taken it too far with fake it till you make it?

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I’m one of the top performers in the company and got invited to the company’s emerging leadership program. I always meet all my goals and deliverables on time but still feel like half of the time I’m not even doing anything (or performing my best). How do I leverage this ‘off-time’ into something productive in order to progress faster?

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Partners: where do your clients come from? Do you spend more time acquiring new clients or using your network from past projects/peers?

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Big4 partners, do you feel the journey has been worth it when gauging by the variables of money, family, sphere of influence, and happiness? Or industry still seems more alluring? Thanks for your wisdom.

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Joined EY 6months back as a tech consultant. My feedback so far has been great. What should I do to get the company sponsor my mba? I haven’t initiated the talk yet

How did you find out what you want in life? Feeling lost mid-career..

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How do you identify potentials in people?

For those who were promoted to partner from senior manager at EY - did you still receive your yr end bonus for your last SM yr?

But what if you *are* Partner 1?

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Would you say being a partner is more demanding than being an industry exec?

Partners, what's been the impact to ongoing sales conversations? Do you think we're all screwed for the year?

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So, Partners... What's your spending breakdown like? Curious to see what expenses y'all have. # of yrs as Partner may also help.

Thanks for sharing! Again, just for fun and curiosity.

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What’s the hardest things you find about being a partner?

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I just received an AP offer from McKinsey. Would like to know what worked for lateral AP hires to make partner within the window? Any tips or advice before I accept. Any former lateral McK AP 🐟 here?

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Partners with kids and a working spouse, how do you manage? Is it realistic for both people in the relationship to work full time long term? How do you keep marriage going and career progressing?

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How much do MDs make? What is their comp structure like?

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